1997 Volvo 850 R For Sale
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Vivek Nayyar
Published: December 10th, 2025
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Rare 5-speed 1997 Volvo 850R wagon – 124k on body, only 51k on 2002 S60 2.3L turbo swap, full documentation, fresh BC coilovers, 302 mm brake upgrade, new inner tie rods & delta links, clean interior with new headliner, and overall very solid New England survivor.
Location: Swansea, Massachusetts/USA
Price: $12,200.00
Contact: 508-6425064 (Jeremy)
Key Details
- Make/Model: 1997 Volvo 850R
- Mileage: 124,000 miles (body) / 51,000 miles (engine)
- Engine: 2002 S60 2.3L turbo inline-5
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Title: Clean
Condition
- Interior very clean (8.5/10), new headliner, no seat rips
- Body solid, no dents
- Hood has light marks, front bumper road pitting, clear-coat peeling on wing
Performance Highlights
- 2002 S60 2.3L high-pressure turbo swap
- BC Racing coilovers (front & rear)
- 302 mm front brake upgrade
Known Issues
- Some heating and A/C problems
Upgrades & Features
- BC coilovers (installed 2024–2025)
- 302 mm front brake kit
- New inner tie rods and other front suspension components (July 2025)
- New delta links (December 2024)
Additional Information
- Full documentation on car and engine swap
- More pictures available via text
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